Grants and Contracts Manager | College of Medicine
About The Position
The Grants and Contracts Manager works in the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine Research Administration Office and provides senior pre- and post-award grants management and research finance oversight. The role supports the Vice Dean and Director with grant and contract review and submission, funds management, renewal documentation, effort reporting, financial reconciliations, and final award closure. It directs or controls program operations, is accountable for resource allocation and program results, and ensures efficient research grant and contract operations in compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements. The position is full time (100% FTE), permanent, and based at WSU’s Spokane campus. It may be eligible for a hybrid or regionally remote arrangement, to be discussed during an interview. Overtime eligibility depends on final salary placement. The monthly salary range is $4,942.10–$7,241.12, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field; relevant education and experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Four years of experience managing grants and/or contracts, or closely related experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated computer software skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
- Knowledge of database administration tools, electronic proposal systems, and related software.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and sponsor regulations and guidelines pertaining to contract and grant administration.
- Knowledge of grant and contract methods and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Previous higher education experience in pre- and/or post-award grants and contracts.
Responsibilities
- Manage pre-award activities (40%).
- Manage post-award budget management and analysis (20%).
- Administer grants and contracts (10%).
- Perform project management responsibilities (10%).
- Supervise staff (10%).
- Manage post-award effort and cost-sharing activities (5%).
- Perform other related duties (5%).
- Provide financial oversight for grant and contract review and submission, funds management and renewal documentation, effort reporting, financial reconciliations, and final award closure.
- Ensure research grant and contract operations meet institutional, state, and federal compliance requirements.
Benefits
- Paid sick and vacation leave
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance for employees and dependents
- Dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Life insurance for employees and dependents
- Disability insurance for employees and dependents
- Retirement benefits
- Deferred compensation
- Optional supplemental retirement accounts
- Training and development
- Employee tuition waiver
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
